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Playoffs Could Put David in Pro Bowl
Lavonte David, one of the NFL's premier 4-3 LBs, had to settle for Pro Bowl alternate status behind a line of great 3-4 pass-rushers, but some of those Pro Bowlers could be otherwise occupied on Jan. 25.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers season report card - Tampa Bay Buccaneers Blog - ESPN
Tampa Bay Buccaneers report card: Team didn't do much to build optimism for future

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wise to pass on Senior Bowl - ESPN
The Buccaneers had a chance to coach in the Senior Bowl. They wisely declined.

PewterReport.com’s 2014 Buccaneers Season MVPs | Pewter Report
Tampa Bay’s dreadful 2014 season concluded with a 23-20 loss to New Orleans at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday.

Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter to interview with Tampa Bay Buccaneers, source says | FOX Sports
Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter will be interviewing for the same position Friday with Tampa Bay, a source told FOX Sports.

Mariota vs. Winston: By the Numbers | ProFootballFocus.com
Steve Palazzolo breaks down Marcus Mariota and Jameis Winston ahead of their playoff matchup.

Doug Marrone opts out of contract with Buffalo Bills - ESPN
Doug Marrone has opted out of his contract as coach of the Buffalo Bills and is now a free agent to pursue other jobs available in the NFL.

Fair or not, Marcus Mariota learning to cope with post-Heisman hate - Yahoo Sports
From Yahoo Sports: With the Heisman Trophy comes added scrutiny, and Mariota is getting plenty of it before the Rose Bowl.

FSU might get reinforcement for Rose Bowl | Tampa Bay Times
LOS ANGELES — Florida State's defensive line could get a big boost at the perfect time.